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Feedforward networks are a type of artificial neural network architecture where connections between nodes do not form cycles. This means that information moves in only one direction, from the input layer, through any hidden layers, to the output layer. This architecture is distinct from recurrent neural networks, which allow for cycles and can process sequences of data.

Feedforward networks are typically used for tasks where the output is determined by the current input alone, without the need for information from previous inputs. They are well-suited for pattern recognition, classification, and regression tasks. The most common type of feedforward network is the multilayer perceptron (MLP), which consists of an input layer, one or more hidden layers, and an output layer. Each layer is fully connected to the next, meaning every node in one layer is connected to every node in the subsequent layer.

Training feedforward networks involves adjusting the weights of the connections between nodes to minimize the difference between the network's output and the desired output. This is typically done using backpropagation, an algorithm that calculates the gradient of the loss function with respect to each weight by applying the chain rule of calculus.

Feedforward networks have several advantages, including simplicity, ease of training, and the ability to approximate any continuous function given enough hidden units. However, they also have limitations, such as the inability to handle sequential data and the potential for overfitting, especially when the network is too complex. Despite these limitations, feedforward networks remain a fundamental building block in the field of machine learning and are widely used in various applications.